Ref. #C2CEDE · PPU15-17
Monet
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Monet Technical Profile
What color is Monet? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C2CEDE. Colors similar to Monet include Valspar Quiet Rain, MPC Ashley Blue, Vista Paint Atmospheric Pressure. Monet has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Monet sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Monet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Quiet Rain
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ashley Blue
MPC
Nearly identical
Atmospheric Pressure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Drenched Rain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stratosphere
PPG
Nearly identical
Sheer Silhouette
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monet
#C2CEDE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monet Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Monet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Monet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monet have?
Monet by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Monet from other brands?
The closest matches are Quiet Rain by Valspar (#C2CEDF), Ashley Blue by MPC (#C0CCDC), Atmospheric Pressure by Vista Paint (#C2CFDE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Monet?
Monet has an LRV of 60.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Monet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.